Student Mentor Program

The International Programs Student Mentor program pairs returning UNCW students with new international students. The relationship helps new international students acclimate to UNCW and provides returning UNCW students a global experience without leaving Wilmington!

UNCW Students - Request International 'Mentee'

Are you interested in assisting new international students as they become familiar with life in the U.S.? If so, you should volunteer to be an International Student Mentor!

Mentors are paired with a new international students whom they can show around Wilmington, take shopping or practice another language. As a student mentor, you must be committed to get together with your friend at least once a month and to maintain regular contact throughout the semester. To become a mentor, click the link below for the application.

International Students - Request U.S. Mentor

As a new international exchange student, you will be paired with a returning UNCW student who can answer your questions about student life and help show you around Wilmington! Complete the application below to and include your interests and hobbies. This will helps us pair you with a mentor that has similar interests as you.

Student mentors usually have an interest in your
country of origin and/or have studied abroad themselves and know what
its like to live in a foreign country. Student mentors may take
students shopping, introduce new students to their friends, and in
general, help new international students better understand UNCW.

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